The second edition of this book serves both as an introductory and
reference book focusing on the field of metastatic bone disease.
Featuring contributions from experts in the field, this volume describes
the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in the formation of bone
metastases, presents the newer advances made in the understanding of the
clinical picture and symptoms of patients, analyses the role of bone
markers in research and clinical practice and deals with all aspects of
imaging modalities applied for the detection and evaluation of bone
metastases. Moreover, the use of all available treatment methods, such
as radiotherapy, surgery and systemic treatments for the management of
patients with metastatic bone disease is discussed in detail. Overall
this volume presents a thorough overview of all aspects of metastatic
bone disease and provides a comprehensive and concise information
resource for researchers, oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons and
clinicians dealing with patients with metastatic bone disease.